Ms. Aisha Babangida (Founder of non-governmental organization, Women Enterprise Alliance -WenA) congratulates one of the WenA SCALE Pitch Competition WenA (Women Enterprise Alliance) is a non-governmental organization founded by Ms. Aisha Babangida to empower women through entrepreneurship, education, and financial inclusion. With a mission to strengthen women-led enterprises and foster sustainable livelihoods across Nigeria and beyond, WenA provides training, mentorship, and access to resources that help women build resilient businesses and achieve economic independence. The recently-held WenA SCALE Pitch Competition showcased some of the most promising women-led businesses in North-Central Nigeria — visionaries turning challenges into opportunities and ideas into…
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Olumide Balogun – Director, West Africa at Google Google brings free Gemini Pro access to African students In a major step toward its goal of training 3 million Africans in digital and AI skills, Olumide Balogun, Director at Google Africa, announces below a free 12-month access to Gemini Pro — Google’s most advanced AI model — for students in higher institutions across Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, Egypt, Rwanda, and Zimbabwe. The initiative offers guided learning, quizzes, study tools, and 2TB of storage, empowering students to learn faster, think critically, and build real-world solutions. It’s part of Google’s broader vision…
Iyinoluwa Aboyeji – Managing Partner, Accelerate Africa | Founding Partner Future Africa Nigerian entrepreneur and investor Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, co-founder of Andela and Flutterwave and now General Partner at Future Africa, has weighed in on the recent U.S. H-1B executive order that could reshape opportunities for African talent abroad. Known for building ventures that have unlocked pathways for African tech professionals, Aboyeji is urging affected graduates and operators to look homeward. In a recent comment, he extended an open call to Africans with technical degrees from top U.S. universities or experience in global tech companies, encouraging them to explore tailored opportunities…
Lagos, 3 September 2025 — Jennifer Awirigwe—widely known as Financial Jennifer and celebrated as a leading voice in women’s financial empowerment—has been honoured with the 2025 Lord’s Achievers Award in the Finance category at the prestigious 7th edition of the awards. The ceremony, held at The Monarch Events Centre in Lekki, Lagos, was themed “Icons of Impact” and powered by Lord’s London Dry Gin. The Lord’s Achievers Awards spotlight individuals whose exceptional contributions across various sectors inspire societal growth and progress. Awirigwe received recognition alongside other notable honourees—including Debbie Larry-Izamoje in media and journalism, and Victory Ashaka in literature—affirming the…
Whether you’re flying in from across the continent or heading over from downtown, getting to GITEX NIGERIA is easier than you think. Two venues. Zero stress. From where to stay to how to get there, everything’s mapped out—so all you need to do is show up and make it count. 🎟️ Heading to Lagos? Lock in your Premium Pass now and step straight into the action. Register online now to avoid a $10 fee. 📍3-4 Sept | Eko Hotel Convention Centre, Lagos 📍3-4 Sept | Landmark Centre, Lagos 🔗http://bit.ly/3UGQ7Jy Numeris Media is official Media Partner to GITEX Nigeria x AI Everything Nigeria…
What does Tom Cruise ‐ as well as Brad Pitt, Nicole Kidman, David Bowie, Iman, Giorgio Armani, Donna Karan, Princess Caroline of Monaco, Hugh Jackman, Naomi Watts, and Amelia Windsor (a member of the British royal family) – have to do with the June 2025 edition of Bank & Entrepreneur (B & E) Africa?–Mr. Cruise and so many other high-profile persons have all been hosted by Meryanne Loum-Martin – B & E’s Cover person, and founder of luxury boutique hotel Dar Tamsna, which has evolved into today’s larger property, named Jnane Tamsna. -In an opening editorial titled “WHEN EXCELLENCE SEEKS…
Tech Circle, one of Africa’s leading platforms for early-stage startups is back—and they are beyond excited about what’s ahead. This year, Tech Circle is not just giving away US$10,000 in prize money, they are also creating a room filled with 80+ local and international investors, top-tier media, and unmatched visibility for bold founders ready to take the stage. Nigeria’s Regxta: Winners of the Pitch2Win startup competition2024, took home the $10k prize If you’re building something remarkable and early-stage, this is your moment to this opportunity offered by Tech Circle, whose mission is to support Africa’s venture pipeline by providing:⚡ Visibility🤝…
(L-R): Meryanne Loum-Martin (Founder, Jnane Tamsna); Anne N. Agbakoba (Founder, Numeris Média); Meekam Mgbenwelu (Editor-at-Large, Numeris Média/ Founder at Nzuko Labs); Dr Elizabeth Shaw (Editorial Board Member, Numeris Média/ Founder at 1000 Black Voices) Numeris Media’s recent exploratory trip to Morocco unfolded in two parts: A deeply enriching stay at the iconic Jnane Tamsna, hosted with exceptional warmth by its founder, celebrated entrepreneur Meryanne Loum-Martin. In an inspiring conversation, Loum-Martin shared insights into her journey—building one of Africa’s leading boutique hotels and launching the Diaspora Salon, an initiative poised to drive cultural diplomacy and economic investment across the continent. An…
Fastest Cakes, one of Nigeria’s leading cake delivery brands, has expanded its operations with the launch of a new production centre in Ikoyi, Lagos. The new facility, which was fully set up and commissioned within an impressive five days, marks a significant step forward in the company’s rapid growth. With an annual production capacity of over 20,000 cakes, the Ikoyi centre is expected to ease the workload on Fastest Cakes’ existing locations in the Lekki and Surulere areas. It will also enable faster deliveries and enhanced service to customers across Ikoyi, Victoria Island, and Lagos Island — three key areas…
📸 Investor, Oyin Solebo (Venture Capital, Startup Acceleration, Corporate Innovation | Former Techstars Managing Director | ex-Goldman Sachs) Despite mounting evidence that women-led businesses deliver higher returns, funding for female founders in Africa hit a five-year low in 2024. Oyin Solebo, an investor with a strong track record of backing diverse teams, highlights the glaring gender funding gap—and why it’s a costly mistake. Read on to learn why Oyin thinks that investing in women isn’t just about equity—it’s smart business. In my modest startup portfolio of 24 African companies, 50% have women founders, and 29% have female CEOs. I’m looking…